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RX08 DKX

2008 Mazda RX-8

White Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2020
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

78,356 mi
Last recorded78,356 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX08 DKX
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2019 78,356 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge A.S.A.P (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Jan 2019 78,356 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge A.S.A.P (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jul 2016 74,145 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 69,694 miles

Oil leak

Fail 17 Jun 2015 69,692 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 64,029 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 55,168 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 46,054 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

How Reliable is the Mazda RX-8?

Based on 304,386 MOT tests across 25,254 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
4,376
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
25,254
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 20,515
Anti-roll bar linkage insecure 8,979
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8,531
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8,088
Anti-roll bar linkage fractured 6,762
Full Mazda RX-8 reliability report

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RX08 DKX is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in White with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 42,719 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mazda RX-8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 20,515 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX08 DKX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda RX-8 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Mazda RX-8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RX08 DKX registered?

RX08 DKX is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 12 April 2008.

Is RX08 DKX safe to buy?

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